Creating an application for the Android mobile operating system

Mobile applications are very popular today because almost every has a mobile phone or tablet. Official stores, like the Google Play Market, have thousands of different programs that perform specific tasks. All of them have been created by freelance programmers or commercial companies. If you are also interested in developing this type of software, it is worth considering one of the available methods. Each method involves creating applications using a programming language, scripts, or constructor functions, so each one will find the best solution. We suggest you take a closer look at all the methods to get an overview of the writing process.

Create an Android mobile application

We'd like to point out right away that games and apps are very different things, and they even appear in separate sections of the Play Market. The procedure for writing such software is also different. You can read it in our other article at the following link.

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Method 1: Design Applications

There is special software installed on Windows, Mac or Linux. Contains scripting elements written in a programming language (mostly Java). By modifying and organizing these components, the mobile application is built. Finding this type of help software is problematic because it focuses on developing applications in a certain direction, for example, to schedule a task or to organize an online store. Now we suggest taking Scripture App Builder as an example, which allows you to work with books and various text documents, creating readers and other programs linked to said content.

Scripture App Builder from the official website

1. 1. Open the official website of Scripture App Builder and the appropriate version for your operating system.

1. 1. Scroll down the page to find there the links to the required additional components, without which the program simply will not start or build the application.
   2. Once launched, create a new project by clicking "New app"..
   3. All basic configuration will be done through the Configuration Wizard. First, specify the name of the application in it. Then click "Next"..
   4. Specify the package name by following the instructions in the window.

1. Add the books or documents that will be used in the application. You can do it later, so skip the step if you don't need to the text now.
2. Set the default font. Select it from the pop-up list or check the checkbox "Or specify a font file (or files)". Then you will have to the font file yourself.
3. Next, you will be prompted to use one of the special debugging tools that allow you to adjust the display of a non-standard font on different devices.
4. Specify the main color to be used by the main window and all subsequent ones added to the application. The color palette can be modified later if necessary.
5. Set the language of the menu interface to match the system language of the device.
6. You will then be asked to add language packs to correctly display names with different localization.
7. Select the launcher icon from the built-in library or it yourself using an image stored on your hard drive or removable media.
8. The license is only specified if you intend to create a copyrighted or commercial application.
9. It only remains to add a description of the project and enter it in the group, so that all the applications created can be published at the same time in the future.
10. Now move on to customizing the software by selecting one of the menu options. All settings are arranged by tabs, so it's easy to find what you're looking for. There is no single configuration guideline, as each application will have a unique look and feel.
11. Once completed, it only remains to build the Android application by clicking on the corresponding button. If an error occurs during this operation, you will be notified with a text so that you can take the necessary measures to correct it.

Now you are familiar with the basic process of building a simple Scripture App Builder. In this guide, we have not covered all the features of the program, as that would take us a long time. Instead, we suggest you take a look at the official tutorial articles on building software. By clicking on the following link you will find a short description of all tutorials and links to complete PDF files with instructions.

Scripture App Builder Documentation

If you decide to work with another builder, you will have to study the developer's tutorials in detail or read the individual materials, as the construction principles can be very different from what you have seen in this method.

Method 2: Online Services

Online specialized services are much more popular than the computer programs mentioned above, as they offer many useful functions and the operation of program development is greatly simplified. In addition, most of these web services allow you to immediately submit your finished project to Google Play Market for approval for publication. However, there are some downsides. Many of these sites offer their tools for a fee, while the trial versions involve the permanent inclusion of advertising, which often annoys the s of the application. Our other author, in another article, took several of these services as an example and described the procedure of writing a simple application with the help of a constructor. If you are interested in this option, you can read the corresponding material below.

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Method 3: Programming language and development environment

Here we come to the most complex, but also the most interesting, method of writing mobile applications: using one of the programming languages. This solution will allow the development of software of any complexity and orientation, not limiting the available libraries and functions of the auxiliary programs. However, this will require a lot of effort, at least learning one language. In these cases, s are often faced with the task of choosing a language. The experts from the famous educational website GeekBrains tried to answer this question by describing in detail the types of applications and the methods for writing them.

Choose a language for mobile application development

Some experienced s may have heard that the Android operating system itself was written almost entirely in Java. Therefore, it is now the most popular and natural language for writing applications. Its benefits and features are described in detail on the JavaRush website, where you can start learning immediately by taking lessons specifically designed for beginners.

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Another popular option is JavaScript, but this language is not always easy for beginners. The advantages are that there are a large number of interface elements ready for the application. All you have to do is include them in the code. For example, below you can see the code responsible for generating a simple map on the mobile phone.

After successfully completing the project and transferring it to the platform, the will see this option at startup:

Of course, it is possible to use other languages ​​to write such programs, connecting additional libraries and functions. It all depends on the 's choice and their desire to learn new things. However, the development environment is indispensable. There are several very popular tools that allow you to work with all the comfort of a language. You can find out about them in another author's article.

Further information:  What programming applications exist?

Android Studio deserves special attention because it is official software. It has many built-in tools that allow you to quickly configure the interface, main windows, and additional menus, greatly simplifying the entire development process. Additionally, all functionality is specifically focused on mobile software development. To avoid difficulties with the installation of this software, we advise you to read a special manual that will allow you to complete the operation without errors.

Read more: How to properly install Android Studio on your computer

Today we have tried to offer you an in-depth view of the options available to write an application for Android, both with and without knowledge of programming languages. As you can see, there are many options, each of which requires the to have certain knowledge and skills. We advise you to read our guides only to choose the best solution, and to acquire the necessary knowledge in special courses or in training books on the subject.

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